The conflict perspective assumes that society is composed of groups competing over scarce resources and that social forces constrain and disadvantage some groups as compared to others. This is most closely aligned with _____.
A. disengagement theory
B. activity theory
C. political economy of aging
D. continuity theory
Answer: C
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Historically, economic recessions tend to __________ the poverty rate.
A) not change B) increase C) decrease D) offset
Which statement regarding music therapy is correct?
A. There is more than one school of thought regarding the relationship between music and relaxation, developed by both the hard and soft sciences. B. Psychological effects produced by music have no impact in changing attitudes and moods including fear and depression. C. Research studies have shown a relationship between music and pain-relieving opiates, and an example where music is used as complementary pain management is during childbirth in maternity wards. D. Physiological effects of musical stimulation include increases in heart rate, blood pressure, ventilations, and muscle tension.
Ulrich Beck argued that we have moved from an industrial society to a ________ society.
a. unequal b. risk c. oligarchic d. technocratic